Pearl River County public meetings in 2025
26 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Wed Dec 17, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers over $1.2 million in infrastructure and road payments
The Board of Supervisors will vote on several large contractor payments for road and tech park projects. The meeting also includes personnel changes for the Sheriff's office and Tax Assessor, and a request for a new private road name.
- Payment of $563,321.96 to R & J Construction for Grade Drain and Base Project (Hwy 26 Industrial park)
- Payment of $395,105.00 to Clymer Contracting LLC for PRC Tech Park Spec. Buildings A and B
- Payment of $169,810.01 to Holliday Construction for Hwy 26 Widening Project
- Contract for janitorial services with Spotless Care Cleaning Solutions, LLC at $1,250.00 per month
- Approval of a request for a private road named Barefoot Hollow
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✓ Decided: Board approves multiple contracts, personnel moves, and road projects
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors approved a series of routine administrative, personnel, and contract items, including payments for construction projects, new hires, and equipment purchases. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with no opposition. The board also entered executive session but took no action.
- Approved $395,105 payment to Clymer Contracting for Tech Park buildings (4-0)
- Approved $527,059.12 payment to R & J Construction for Hwy 26 project (4-0)
- Awarded bridge repair contract on Holden Road to John C. Lee Enterprises (4-0)
- Approved hiring Lain Saucier as full-time Patrol Deputy (4-0)
- Approved hiring Kagan McCurnin as full-time Dispatcher (4-0)
- Approved $19,740 purchase of tactical equipment via grant (4-0)
- Approved janitorial contract with Spotless Care Cleaning Solutions at $1,250/month (4-0)
- Approved purchase of Nissan Altima from Eddie Torelle's Northpark Nissan (4-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (60 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to approve the following personnel matters. Resignation of Jordan Temple as full-time Patrol Deputy effective December 9, 2025. Promote Michael Gambrell from Investigations Sergeant to…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to approve hiring of Lain Saucier as a full-time uncertified Patrol Deputy effective December 17, 2025. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to approve hiring of Kagan McCurnin as a full-time Dispatcher effective December 18, 2025. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to accept the resignation of Alyssa Wells effective December 4, 2025. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of County Administrator, Adrain Lumpkin, for the term of January 1, 2026, through January 1, 2027. Book 239 Page 598 RESULT: APPROVED…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to spread upon the minutes the Waste Management 4th Quarter 2025 Host Fee in the amount of $11,086.10. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to authorize the signing of contract for janitorial services with Spotless Care Cleaning Solutions, LLC in the amount of $1,250.00 per month to provide services at DHS/Justice Court for 2026…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to authorize Contractor Pay App. No. 3 payment in the amount of $395,105.00 to Clymer Contracting LLC, associated with the PRC Tech Park Spec. Buildings A and B. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to acknowledge the proof of publication and accept bids for the Bridge Repair on Holden Road SABP-55(01) project. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 1…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to authorize contractor pay app. no. 6 for Holliday Construction in the amount of $169,810.01 in connection with the Hwy 26 Widening Project. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to authorize contractor pay app. no. 6 and final payment in the amount of $24,172.50 to JL McCool Contractors in connection with HSIP-0055-00(043)LPA/109557-71 1000 Safety Project. RESULT…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to authorize contractor pay app. no. 7 payment in the amount of $527,059.12 toR & J Construction in connection with the Grade Drain and Base Project (Hwy 26 Industrial park). RESULT: APPROVED…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to authorize contractor pay app. no. 1 payment in the amount of $122,621.25 to Gulf Coast Solutions in connection with the Gravity Flow Waste Water Service Project (tech park). RESULT…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to award contract to John C. Lee Enterprises Limited and establish funds for Project SABP-55(01) for bridge repair on Holden Road. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to Approve Order Setting Forth Proposed State Aid Project No. SAP-55 (30) M for repair and maintenance based on state aid inspection report for Walkiah Bluff Road, George Ford Rd, and…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to approve the request for a private road name Barefoot Hollow. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to move Terri Kerry from part-time to full-time Deputy Tax Collector effective December 15, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 4 Supervisor Spence…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to terminate John Corley as part-time Deputy Tax Assessor effective December 17, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Mon Dec 1, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers development agreements and TIF plans with City of Picayune
The Board of Supervisors will discuss amended development agreements for multi-use and healthcare projects in coordination with the City of Picayune. The meeting also includes votes on janitorial service contracts and payments for several county infrastructure projects.
- Amended development agreements and TIF plans with Price's Creek Investments, HealthOne IM, and Branch Developers
- Payment of $104,189.50 to Wilco Contracting LLC for the Walkiah Pilot Channel Project
- Payment of $71,250.00 to Clymer Contracting LLC for PRC Tech Park Spec. Buildings A and B
- Janitorial contract with Dragon Commercial Building Service for $1,900.00 per month
- Janitorial contracts with Coastal Building Services, LLC for five county buildings
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✓ Decided: Board approves three development agreements and interlocal deals with Picayune
The Board of Supervisors approved three amended and restated development agreements with Price's Creek Investments, HealthOne IM, and Branch Developers, each paired with an interlocal agreement with the City of Picayune. The President and Chancery Clerk were authorized to execute the agreements. The Board also approved reopening the county fairgrounds and a $23,399 purchase order for a Nissan Altima for the Tax Office.
- Approved Development Agreement with Price's Creek Investments and interlocal agreement with Picayune (5 ayes, 0 nays)
- Approved Development Agreement with HealthOne IM and interlocal agreement with Picayune (5 ayes, 0 nays)
- Approved Development Agreement with Branch Developers and interlocal agreement with Picayune (5 ayes, 0 nays)
- Approved reopening of Pearl River County Fairgrounds (5 ayes, 0 nays)
- Approved purchase order $23,399 for Nissan Altima for Tax Office (5 ayes, 0 nays)
- Approved janitorial services contract with Dragon Commercial Building Service at $1,900 per month (5 ayes, 0 nays)
- Approved janitorial contracts with Coastal Building Services (various monthly amounts) (5 ayes, 0 nays)
- Approved Contractor Pay App. No. 2 payment $71,250 to Clymer Contracting LLC for PRC Tech Park (5 ayes, 0 nays)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (30 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Public Notice for the Comprehensive Planning Public Meeting on December 15, 2025 at the Board of Supervisors Meeting Room in Poplarville at 6:00 p.m. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the signing of contract for janitorial services with Dragon Commercial Building Service in the amount of $1,900.00 per month to provide services at Chimney Square for 2026…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the proof of publication for the November 2025 Comprehensive Planning public meetings. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the signing of the following contracts for janitorial services with Coastal Building Services, LLC to provide services at the following buildings: 1. MSU County Extension $895.00…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the payment of $2,949.86 to the Capital One Spark Business Card for the payment due December 20, 2025. Book 239 Page 590 RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize Contractor Pay App. No. 2 payment in the amount of $71,250.00 to Clymer Contracting LLC, associated with the PRC Tech Park Spec. Buildings A and B. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize Contractor Pay App. No. 3 payment in the amount of $2,900.00 to Siders Construction associated with the Splash Pad Project. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize Contractor Pay App. No. 2 payment in the amount of $104,189.50 to Wilco Contracting LLC, associated with the Walkiah Pilot Channel Project. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize Contractor Pay App. No. 4 payment in the amount of $26,818.38 to John C. Lee Enterprises LLC, associated with the PRC Tech Park Site Development Project. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the removal of inventory items according to the attachment. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell Book 239 Page 591 SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel matter: Hire Sarah Dosda as a full-time Deputy Clerk effective December 2, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: District 4…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Justice Court Deputy Clerk, Brittany Twiner, from November 24, 2025, through November 24, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Civil Deputy Clerk, Anna Allen, from November 14, 2025, through November 14, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel matters. Hire Mark McCormick as part-time Patrol Deputy effective December 1, 2025. Hire Gerald Grigley as full-time Correctional Officer effective December…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to spread upon the minutes the 2024-2025 Pearl River County Extension Service Yearly Report. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following travel of Cindy Smith, Veterans Officer: 1. 2-VAMC Meetings with Department Heads are pending scheduling for 2026 at VA in Biloxi, MS. 2. MS Council Meeting in…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to spread upon the minutes the November 2025 Paving Report and approve updates to the paving order of completion. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Assistant Road Manager, Robert Lee for the term of December 15, 2025, through December 15, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Wed Nov 19, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers land purchases and $175,000 Sheriff's Office grant
The Board of Supervisors will review requests for the purchase of two land parcels and the acceptance of a $175,000 Operation Stone Garden Award. The meeting also includes approvals for construction change orders and road department equipment bids.
- Purchase of land parcels #2158280000002301 and #2159300030101001
- Acceptance of $175,000 Operation Stone Garden Award for the Sheriff's Office
- Payment of $6,427.00 for November 4th special election poll worker checks
- Bid for two steel culverts from Dial, Inc. for $16,800.00
- Construction change orders for Pilot Channel Project and Tech Park Building Project
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✓ Decided: Board approved two county land purchases and issued funds
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors approved a wide range of actions, including two parcel purchases, several construction change orders and payments, personnel changes for the sheriff's office, and grant awards. All motions were adopted with unanimous ayes and no nays recorded.
- Approved Board minutes for Nov 3 2025 (ayes: Donald Hart, Malcolm Perry, Cruz Russell, Jason Spence, Bryce Lott; nays: none)
- Approved $6,066.42 check to ROK Brothers, Inc. in the Claims Docket (ayes: Donald Hart, Malcolm Perry, Cruz Russell, Jason Spence, Bryce Lott; nays: none)
- Approved termination of Sergeant Rony Polizzi and addition of K‑9 Amos to the Sheriff's inventory (ayes: Donald Hart, Malcolm Perry, Cruz Russell, Jason Spence, Bryce Lott; nays: none)
- Approved purchase of parcel #2158280000002301, authorizing the President to sign documents and issue funds (ayes: Donald Hart, Malcolm Perry, Cruz Russell, Jason Spence, Bryce Lott; nays: none)
- Approved purchase of parcel #2159300030101001, authorizing the President to sign documents and issue funds (ayes: Donald Hart, Malcolm Perry, Cruz Russell, Jason Spence, Bryce Lott; nays: none)
- Approved multiple construction change orders and related payments for the Pilot Channel, Tech Park, Industrial Park, Hwy 26 widening, and Ridge Road projects (ayes: Donald Hart, Malcolm Perry, Cruz Russell, Jason Spence, Bryce Lott; nays: none)
- Approved $6,427.00 poll worker checks for the Nov 4 special election (ayes: Donald Hart, Malcolm Perry, Cruz Russell, Jason Spence, Bryce Lott; nays: none)
- Accepted $175,000 Operation Stone Garden Award for the Sheriff's Office (ayes: Donald Hart, Malcolm Perry, Cruz Russell, Jason Spence, Bryce Lott; nays: none)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (51 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart Book 239 Page 577 VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel matters: Termination of Rony Polizzi as full-time Patrol Sergeant effective November 12, 2025. Add K-9 Amos, a donated tracking bloodhound, to the Sheriff's…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the purchase of food and drinks for workers on election night, including Election Commissioners, Circuit Clerk's Office, Resolution Board, Poll Managers, and other support staff…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Oath and Bond of Sandy Kane Smith for the office of Pearl River County Tax Collector/Assessor effective November 13, 2025, and set to expire January 1, 2028. RESULT: MOVER…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to request the Board of Supervisors' approval in declaring Mr. Milton Metaxas as a pauper. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to spread upon the minutes the proof of publication for the 2025 Amended Budget. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge contract agreement with Jeff Martin Auctioneers. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
1 yea
None VOTING N yea
Motion to approve the purchase of parcel #2158280000002301, authorize the Board President to sign all necessary documentation, and authorize issuance of funds. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the purchase of parcel #2159300030101001, authorize the Board President to sign all necessary documentation, and authorize issuance of funds. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve construction change order No.1 with Wilco Construction, LLC for the Pilot Channel Project. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve construction change order No.1 with Clymer Construction on the Tech Park Building Project. RESULT: APPROVED Book 239 Page 579 MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve payment to the contractor, R & J Construction Inc., for construction pay application No. 6 PRC Industrial Park - Grade, Drain and Base project. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve payment to the contractor, Holliday Construction LLC, for pay application No. 5 associated with the Hwy 26 Widening Project at the Poplarville Industrial Park. RESULT: MOVER…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Construction Change Order No. 2 for the Grade Drain and Base Project - Pearl River County Industrial Park Project. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize execution of time extension addendum for Ridge Road, STP-0055- 00(040)LPA105201-701000, Pearl River County professional services contract to allow for completion of environmental…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the resignation of Ashley McLaurin: Effective Date: November 5, 2025. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize Sandy Kane Smith and Kelli Herrin to sign purchase requisitions for the Tax Assessor/Collector's Office and remove Gary Beech and Jo Lynn Houston as signors. RESULT: MOVER…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Reductions and Increase of Real and Personal Property. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Strike from tax sale. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Nov 3, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers personnel hires, infrastructure payments, and policy updates
The Board of Supervisors will review several sheriff's department hires and a parental leave policy amendment. The meeting includes votes on infrastructure payments for the Splash Pad and Carriere Walking Park, as well as a new phone system contract.
- Payment of $40,862.03 to Culpepper Construction & Masonry, LLC for Carriere Walking Park Restrooms
- Payment of $11,850.00 to Siders Roofing LLC for the Splash Pad
- Purchase of a 1000 gallon Poly Tank Skid Unit for District 7 from Deep South Fire Trucks, Inc. for $27,000.00
- Easement Agreement with Roserock Holding, LLC for a license plate reader near Love's Travel Center
- Application for $22,836.00 in MDEQ grant funds for Household Solid Waste Assistance
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✓ Decided: Board approves $27,000 fire tank purchase and multiple service contracts
The Pearl River County Board approved a series of routine items, including the October 20 minutes, a $1,000 claim check to Pathways of Pearl River County, several sheriff department hires, janitorial service contracts for county buildings, a $27,000 purchase order for a fire‑tank, and a $22,836 environmental grant. Holiday office closures and a road‑index correction were also approved. One discussion on driver medical screening resulted in no action.
- Approved October 20, 2025 Board minutes (5-0)
- Approved $1,000 claim check to Pathways of Pearl River County (5-0)
- Approved sheriff department hires of five full‑time personnel (5-0)
- Approved janitorial service contracts for six county buildings (5-0)
- Approved $27,000 purchase order for 1000‑gallon fire‑tank (5-0)
- Approved $22,836 grant application to MDEQ for solid waste assistance (5-0)
- Approved holiday office closures for Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year (5-0)
- Approved correction to Road Index for Moore Rd lengths (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (39 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District | Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel matters: Hire Andre Dejardins as a full-time Correctional Officer effective November 3, 2025. Hire Elizabeth Eldridge as a full-time Felony File Coordinator…
4 yea
Donaid Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the 2025 Recapitulation of Assessments of Real and Personal Property of Pearl River County. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the purchase of food and drinks for workers on election night, including Election Commissioners, Circuit Clerk's Office, Resolution Board, Poll Managers, and other support staff…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign the Constructive Change Directive for Alterations to Electrical Service to provide single phase 120/240 in lieu of 3-phase 120/208 for both buildings…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve an amendment to the Pearl River County Personnel Policy to include revisions to the Paid Parental Leave policy, aligning the county’s policy with the State of Mississippi standards…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the payment of $324.82 to the Capital One Spark Business Card for the payment due November 20, 2025. All receipts for transactions are attached. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign the contract with Avaya Cloud Office by Ring Central for the new phone system. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the signing of an Easement Agreement between the Pearl River County Sheriffs Department and Roserock Holdings, LLC, granting the Sheriff's Department access to install, operate…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize payment in the amount of $11,850.00 to Siders Roofing LLC for Invoice No. 2 on the Splash Pad. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize payment in the amount of $40,862.03 to Culpepper Construction & Masonry, LLC for the Carriere Walking Park Restrooms — Final Pay App and Closeout Documentation. RESULT: APPROVED…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize payment to the Wilco Construction for Pay App. No. 1 associated with the Walkiah Pilot Channel Project. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve and issue a purchase order for a 1000 gallon Poly Tank Skid Unit for District 7 (Pinegrove) from Deep South Fire Trucks, Inc. in the amount of $27,000.00 being the best and lowest…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept check #1595 in the amount of $4,500.00 for Justice Court bond turnovers. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the official bond and oath of Deputy Tax Assessor, Rebekah Grimmet, for the term beginning October 6th, 2025, through October 6th, 2026. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve a duplicate warrant for Poore, Kenneth in the amount of $444.86, previous check numbered 7043. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the contract between Tax Collector/Assessor and JenCo LLC for consultation. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve strikes from tax sale. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Oct 20, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers amended FY2025 budget and three development agreements
The Board of Supervisors will discuss the FY2025 amended budget and a new county phone system contract. The body is deciding on development agreements with Price's Creek Investments, HealthOne IM, and Branch Developers. Other items include road paving lists and personnel changes for the Sheriff's office.
- Adoption of the Amended Budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025
- Contract award to Avaya Cloud Office by Ring Central for a new phone system
- Development agreements with Price's Creek Investments, HealthOne IM, and Branch Developers
- Purchase of a Type 6 Wildland Engine for $100.00 for North Pearl River County Fire District
- Approval of final plat for Summerwood subdivision and preliminary plat for Fox Hill Subdivision
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✓ Decided: Board adopted the FY 2025-2026 amended budget and approved major development agreements
The Board of Supervisors approved the amended budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. It also adopted development agreements with Price's Creek Investments and HealthOne IM, and authorized the President and County Attorney to sign related interlocal agreements. Additional actions included approving airport grant agreements, a new county phone system contract, and a fire district engine purchase.
- Approved the amended budget for FY ending Sep 30, 2025
- Approved Development Agreement with Price's Creek Investments and related tax‑increment financing plan
- Approved Development Agreement with HealthOne IM and related tax‑increment financing plan
- Authorized signing of Airport Federal Matching Grant and Multi‑Modal Funding Agreements
- Authorized the President and County Attorney to sign an Intergovernmental Agreement with the U.S. Marshals Service
- Awarded the Avaya Cloud Office phone system contract to Ring Central
- Authorized North Pearl River County Fire District to purchase a Type 6 Wildland Engine ($100)
- Approved private road name requests for Indigo Run and Almighty Lane
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (44 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
8 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea · Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Annual Budget Report from August 1, 2024, through July 31, 2025, and the Airport Update by Board Member Darrell Fuller. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President and County Attorney to sign the following Agreements with the Mississippi Transportation Commission: 4) Sheriff: 1. Airport Federal Matching Grant Agreement…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the following personnel matters: Move Gary Maiorana from part-time to full-time Patrol Deputy effective October 23, 2025. Resignation of Brittany Necaise Davis as full-time Transport…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Proof of Publication for the 2026 Budget. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign an Intergovernmental Agreement with the U.S. Marshals Service to house Federal Prisoners. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge voiding of outstanding checks prior to October 2024. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to adopt the Amended Budget for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, and authorize it to be published according to Mississippi Statues. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to award the contract to Avaya Cloud Office by Ring Central for the new phone system for Pearl River County as the lowest and best proposal received. All proposals were reviewed and evaluated…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve change order no. 2 for the Carriere Walking Trail Restroom Project. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize North Pearl River County Fire District to purchase a Type 6 Wildland Engine from the Mississippi Forestry Commission, under the Rural Fire Assistance-Firefighter Property Program…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the request for a private road name Indigo Run. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the request for a private road name Almighty Lane. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the preliminary plat of Fox Hill Subdivision and authorize the developer to proceed to the next phase. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the final plat of Summerwood subdivision and authorize all county officials to sign the plat. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize Brooke Varnado to sign purchase requisitions. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the travel request for Jeff Caillouet, Anita Sumrall and Lauren Robertson to attend the One Loud Voice Conference, November 4-6, 2025, in Biloxi, MS at the Beau Rivage. RESULT…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Sheriff David Allison to attend the 2025 Winter Conference at the Golden Nugget Casino and Resort December 1-5, 2025 in Biloxi, MS. Sheriff Allison will travel in his…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve travel for Monica Easterling, Macie Hilred, and Victoria Gallaher to attend NECI Basic 911 Communication Officer Course to be held December 15-19, 2025 at Pafford EMS in Gulfport…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Oct 6, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $652,962 transfer for Courthouse Annex debt service
The Board of Supervisors will discuss infrastructure payments, personnel changes for the Sheriff's Office, and a tax abatement for Nowak Dental Supplies. The meeting includes approvals for various construction projects and grant applications.
- Transfer of $652,962.50 from General Fund to Courthouse Annex Fund for debt service
- Payment of $491,522.43 to R & J Construction Inc. for Poplarville Industrial Park
- 10-year property tax abatement request for Nowak Dental Supplies
- Payment of $45,790.00 to Clymer Contracting LLC for PRC Tech Park buildings
- Homeland Security Grant Award of $19,740 for the Sheriff's Office
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✓ Decided: Board approved $652,962.50 fund transfer and key contracts
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors approved a series of actions, including moving $652,962.50 from the General Fund to the Courthouse Annex Fund for debt service. They also authorized the county’s franchise agreement with Comcast for a fiber route, hired five correctional officers, approved major engineering payments, and ratified an insurance renewal for the fire department. Additional approvals covered tax‑account amendments and an interlocal dispatch agreement with the City of Poplarville.
- Approved $652,962.50 transfer to Courthouse Annex Fund (5-0)
- Authorized Board President to sign Comcast franchise agreement (5-0)
- Approved hiring of five correctional officers and resignation of one deputy (5-0)
- Approved $491,522.43 payment to J&R Construction for industrial park project (5-0)
- Approved $264,559 insurance renewal for Pearl River County Fire & Rescue (5-0)
- Approved 2025 homestead account amendments (5-0)
- Approved interlocal dispatch services agreement with City of Poplarville (5-0)
- Approved hiring of Jamie Dawdy as full‑time dispatcher (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (55 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel changes. Hire Camryn Davis as a full-time Correctional Officer effective October 6, 2025. Hire Lucas Head as a full-time Correctional Officer effective…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the issuance of a check for clothing allowance in the amount of $500.00 ursuant to Miss. Code ANN. 19-25-13. David Allison Michael Gambrell Randy Messa Sean Speights Fredrick…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the hiring of Jamie Dawdy as a full-time Dispatcher effectively November 3, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Order Setting Salary/Compensation for Court Administrator (Crystal Browning) dated September 17, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: __ District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Order Setting Salary/Compensation for Staff Attorney (Timothy Evans) dated September 17, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Contract for Marriage Book Scanning between Revolution Data Systems and Pearl River County Circuit Clerk dated August 20, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Youth Court Appointment Orders dated September 26, 2025: 1 . Order of Appointment of Youth Court Designee (Chelsey Marie Maywalt) 2. Order of Appointment of Youth Court…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the transfer of $652,962.50 for the General Fund to the Courthouse Annex Fund for the debt service payment due November 1, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign the Franchise Agreement with Comcast of Southern Mississippi, INC to access the county's Right Of Way for an interconnect fiber route project. RESULT…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the payment of $388.00 to the Capital One Spark Business Card for the payment due October 20, 2025. All receipts for transactions are attached. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the 2026 Payroll Dates and the 2026 Board of Supervisors' Meeting Dates. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Interlocal Agreement between Pearl River County and the City of Poplarville for dispatch and related services, and to authorize the Board President to execute the agreement on…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the issuance of a check to the closing attorney in the amount according to the settlement statement for the purchase of the Mississippi Pines property. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize Progress Pay App No. 5 payment in the amount of $22,089.90 to J. L. McCool Contractors INC associated with HSIP-0055-00(043)/109557-711000 Local Roads Safety Improvements…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize Contractor Pay App. No. 1 payment in the amount of $45,790.00 to Clymer Contracting LLC, associated with the PRC Tech Park Spec. Buildings No. | and 2. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the bids for the Pearl River Pilot Channel at Walkiah Bluff and award to WilCo Construction LLC for the best and lowest bid. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize Progress Pay App. No. 5 payment in the amount of $491,522.43 toR & J Construction Inc. associated with the Poplarville Industrial Park - Grade, Drain and Base project. RESULT…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the payment of $14,250.00 to Siders Roofing LLC for contractor invoice no. 1(001522) associated with the splash pad construction. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Sep 15, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Pearl River County Board of Supervisors to hold 2026 Budget public hearing
The Board will conduct a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2026 budget and set the tax levy. The meeting also includes reviewing 17 bids for a VOIP Phone/Cloud system and approving various infrastructure payments.
- Public hearing to adopt the FY2026 Budget and set the Tax Levy
- Review of 17 bids for the VOIP Phone/Cloud Request For Proposal
- Grant for $62,340.00 for Sheriff's Department cybersecurity
- Payments to John C. Lee Enterprises for Tech Park and Bill Watson Park
- Purchase of two culverts for Woodland Road with bids from $19,900.00 to $21,137.16
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✓ Decided: Board approved a $62,340 cybersecurity grant for the Sheriff's Department
The Board of Supervisors unanimously approved several financial and personnel actions, including a $62,340 cybersecurity grant for the Sheriff's Department and a $2,800 reimbursement for the MDEQ Waste Tire Grant. It also authorized the hiring of a Circuit Court Bailiff and a building and grounds employee, and accepted the resignation of a correctional officer. All motions recorded received five ayes and no nays.
- Approved $62,340 cybersecurity grant for Sheriff's Dept (5-0)
- Approved $2,800 reimbursement for MDEQ Waste Tire Grant (5-0)
- Approved $5,642.97 local government records grant request (5-0)
- Approved hiring of Lendol Daigle as Circuit Court Bailiff (5-0)
- Approved acceptance of Robbie Ladner's resignation as correctional officer (5-0)
- Approved hiring of Bruce Boutwell in building and grounds (5-0)
- Approved payment to John C. Lee Enterprises for Tech Park Site Work pay app 3 (5-0)
- Approved senior services match agreement signing authority for FY2026 (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (61 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the following personnel changes. Accept the resignation of Robbie Ladner as a full-time Correctional Officer effective September 4, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the hire of Lendol Daigle as a Circuit Court Bailiff effective September 15, 2025. Daigle will be paid out of the Circuit Court's budget. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge and accept the itemized statement from the Department of Revenue on Tax Loss Reimbursement distribution for the period ending December 31, 2024. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign the Senior Services Match Agreement and the Membership Agreement between Southern Mississippi Planning and Development District and the Pearl River…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign the Southern Mississippi Planning and Development District Area Agency on Aging Contract No. 2026-12 for the Congregate Meal Management Program at…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the hiring of Bruce Boutwell in the building and grounds department effective September 15, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 4 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve payment to the contractor, John C. Lee Enterprises Limited LLC, for construction pay application no. 3 associated with the Tech Park Site Work. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve payment to the contractor, John C. Lee Enterprises Limited LLC, for construction pay application no. 4 associated with the Bill Watson Park. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve payment to contractor, Culpepper Construction, for pay app. no. | associated with the Carrier Walking Trail Restroom Project. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve payment to the contractor, Holliday Construction, for pay app. no. 4 associated with the Hwy 26 Widening Project at the Poplarville Industrial Park. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to delete the following inventory items: 1. Asset #3982 HP5550 Printer 2. Asset #393 2.8 Acres sold to PRCC 3. Asset #3890 Garden Trailer Donated to Pearl River County Schools 4, Asset #3907…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the proof of publication for the VOIP Phone/Cloud Request For Proposal. RESULT: MOVER: APPROVED District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept and review the bids submitted on September 9, 2025, for the VOIP Phone/Cloud Request For Proposal. Listed below are the 17 bids that will be under advisement. Nextiva Parwan…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the certificate from the Department of Revenue stating the Tax Assessor/Collector is in compliance with 27-35-127 Miss Code Ann. and is eligible to receive his salary. RESULT…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve strike from tax sale. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the hire of Rebekah Grimmett as a Deputy Tax Assessor to start effectively October 6, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Picayune School District 16th Section residential lease for Lynette Graves and Carl Washington. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 4…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign the reimbursement request for MDEQ Waste Tire Grant WT-788 in the amount of $2,800.00. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Tue Sep 2, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board to approve personnel, grant agreements, and road projects
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors will consider approving personnel changes for the Sheriff's Office, grant agreements for airport infrastructure, and road projects including culvert replacements and a bus turnaround. The board will also acknowledge the renewal of bonds for several county officials.
- Sheriff's Office personnel changes and resignations
- FY 2025 Airport Infrastructure Grant Agreement
- Interlocal Agreement with MyGovernmentOnline
- Purchase of 54" culvert for Sones Chapel Rd ($5,560.02)
- Picayune School District 16th Section lease renewal
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✓ Decided: Board approved interlocal agreement with MyGovernmentOnline and several funding actions
The Pearl River County Board unanimously approved an interlocal agreement with MyGovernmentOnline and authorized multiple grant and funding agreements, including the FY 2025 Airport Infrastructure Grant and the State Victim Service Grant. It also approved a series of sheriff personnel moves, road‑department purchases, and an acknowledgment of veteran services. All motions recorded were approved with no dissenting votes.
- Approved Interlocal Agreement with MyGovernmentOnline (unanimous ayes)
- Authorized Board President to sign State Victim Service Grant application (unanimous ayes)
- Approved FY 2025 Airport Infrastructure Grant Agreement (unanimous ayes)
- Approved sheriff personnel moves and resignations (unanimous ayes)
- Approved purchase of a 54" x 40' aluminized steel culvert for Sones Chapel Rd (unanimous ayes)
- Approved Emergency Purchase Order 109466 for $7,545.26 AC repair at PRC Annex (unanimous ayes)
- Approved application, matching funds, and letter of support for Walkiah Bluff Ecotourism project (unanimous ayes)
- Approved acknowledgment of veteran services and education officer Cindy Smith (unanimous ayes)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (38 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
8 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea · Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Official Bond and Oath of Sandra Cutrer, Deputy Circuit Clerk, for the term commencing on September 16, 2025 and ending on September 26, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to request the Board of Supervisors' approval in declaring Mr. Gerald Clement as a pauper. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Proof of Publication of Equalization of real and personal property for the year of 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge fully executed FY 2025 AIRPORT INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT Agreement M13-SOG-3-28-0096-021-2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign a letter of application for the State Victim Service Grant Program, and to further authorize County Administrator, Adrain Lumpkin, to act as the…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Interlocal Agreement between MyGovernmentOnline and Pearl River County as presented, and authorize County Administrator, Adrain Lumpkin, to sign the agreement on behalf of Pearl…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign and approve the Delta Computer Software Support Agreements for maintenance, support, and web hosting for the upcoming fiscal year 10/1/2025. RESULT…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the scheduled transfer of funds for the year. Transfers are for matching grant funds and additional support for various funds. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the payment of $1,167.59 to the Capital One Spark Business Card for the payment due September 20, 2025. All receipts for transactions are attached. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve payment to the contractor, R & J Construction Inc., for construction pay application No. 4. PRC Industrial Park - Grade, Drain and Base. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve payment to the contractor, John C. Lee Enterprises Limited, LLC., for construction pay app. No. 3 - Bill Watson Ball Field. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize releasing the payment for pay request no. 4 in the amount of $115,600.50 to J.L. McCool Contractors, INC. that was tabled and under advisement during the August 20, 2025, board…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign the Application for Certification of Pearl River County for fiscal year 2025-2026 for authority to expend the 1 mill. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the removal of Caydence Bond from payroll effectively August 29, 2025. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the use of FMLA for Kelli Herrin effective September 4, 2025. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the services of impact provided by Veteran Services in Pearl River County and the continued education and State Accreditation Officer Cindy Smith. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Assistant Purchase Clerk, Katie Johnson, for the term of September 25, 2025, through September 25, 2026. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Labor Day, observed on the first Monday in September, as all county offices were closed to recognize and honor the contributions of employees. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Wed Aug 20, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board to approve $115,600 contractor payment and finalize 2025 tax rolls
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors will meet on August 20, 2025, to approve routine claims, personnel changes in the Sheriff’s and Central Dispatch offices, and finalize the 2025 tax assessment rolls. The board will also vote on a $115,600 contractor payment for a road safety project and authorize several grant applications and closeouts.
- Approve $115,600 contractor pay request to J.L. McCool Contractors INC. for HSIP-0055-00(043)LPA Safety Project
- Finalize and approve the 2025 Real and Personal Property Assessment Rolls
- Deny tax objections to 2025 tax rolls on Tax Assessor/Collector recommendation
- Approve Declaration of Forfeiture: $1,044.00 (with $835.20 to PRCSO Drug Forfeiture Fund)
- Authorize travel costs: $1,100 class fees and $1,100 hotel for two attendees attending homicide investigation training in Lafayette, LA
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✓ Decided: Board approved the county’s Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
The Board of Supervisors approved the meeting minutes, the claims docket, and a series of sheriff personnel actions. It also approved the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, accepted several grant awards and closeouts, and authorized payments for road and park projects while tabling a $115,600.50 contractor request. All votes were unanimous (5‑0).
- Approved August 4 & 13 Board Minutes (5-0)
- Approved Claims Docket and hold check for J.L. McCool (5-0)
- Approved sheriff personnel hires, transfers and resignations (5-0)
- Approved $3,183.83 payment to The Body Shop for police vehicle repair (5-0)
- Approved Central Dispatch hires: Madison Gay part‑time and Victoria Gallaher full‑time (5-0)
- Approved Pearl River County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (5-0)
- Tabled contractor pay request $115,600.50 to J.L. McCool Contractors (under advisement, 5-0 ayes)
- Approved McNeill Splashpad award to Siders Construction Services $28,500 (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (51 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
8 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea · Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the following Declaration of Forfeiture: James Clay Pollock and Blaze Pollock-PRCSO Case SO18-011976 Currency $1,044.00 ($835.20 to PRCSO Drug Forfeiture Fund and $208.80 to 15th…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve and issue payment to The Body Shop of Poplarville in the amount of $3,183.83 for repair order number 4172 on the 2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Vehicle VIN 8151. RESULT…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve moving Madison Gay to part-time status effective August 22, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the hiring of Victoria E. Gallaher as a full-time dispatcher effectively September 4, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to allow Objection to Homestead Chargeback for 2025 for Ricky Donahue-Previously Disallowed in Error in Meeting of July 7, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Order Adjusting Salary for Court Administrator, Tonya Tynes, dated August 4, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District | Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Order Reclassifying AOC Staff Attorney Position, Scarlett Jones, dated August 4, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: __ District 5 Supervisor Lott…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Nunc Pro Tunc Order Appointing Youth Court Administrator, Mona G. Martin, dated August 8, 2025, nunc pro tunc to March 11, 2024. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Fifteenth Circuit Court District, Tim Evans, AOC Staff Attorney, and Crystal Browning, Court Administrator increase in base salary with an effective date of October 1, 2025, and…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to deny Tax Objections to the 2025 Tax Assessment Rolls on the recommendation of Tax Assessor/Collector. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept, approve and make final the 2025 Real and Personal Property Assessment Rolls. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize contractor pay request no. 4 in the amount of $115,600.50 to J.L. McCool Contractors INC. associated with HSIP-0055-00(043)LPA Safety Project. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
4 yea
TABLED yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize pay application No. 1 to John C. Lee Enterprises Limited, LLC in the Book 239 Page 510 amount of $26,350.00 for the dirt work at the McNeill Walking Trail Park. RESULT: MOVER…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the bids for the McNeill Splashpad Project at McNeill Walking Park and award it to Siders Construction Services for the lowest and best bid of $28,500.00. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Pearl River County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) and execute promulgation statement. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve voiding disallowed homestead escapes to place judgments on prior owners. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Personal Property reduction. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Wed Aug 13, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $1.3 million payment and park property purchase
The Board of Supervisors will hold a budget workshop for 2025-2026. The body is deciding on several financial authorizations, including a large contractor payment and real estate acquisitions.
- Duplicate warrant to J.L. McCool Contractors, Inc. for $1,317,220.80
- Purchase of property off Old Wiggins Hwy adjacent to Bill Watson Memorial Ball Park
- $25,000 earnest money payment to Holliday Real Estate for property from Jon Khachaturian - MS Pines, LLC
- Letter of Engagement for the Office of The State Auditor
- Budget Workshop for 2025-2026
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✓ Decided: Board approved $1.317M warrant to J.L. McCool Contractors
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors approved several actions, including a letter of engagement for the State Auditor, a $1,317,220.80 duplicate warrant to J.L. McCool Contractors, and the purchase of property adjacent to the Bill Watson Memorial Ball Park. They also authorized a $25,000 earnest‑money payment to Holliday Real Estate and approved recess and notice motions. All motions were approved unanimously.
- Approved Letter of Engagement for State Auditor (unanimous)
- Approved duplicate warrant $1,317,220.80 to J.L. McCool Contractors (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of property adjacent to Bill Watson Memorial Ball Park (unanimous)
- Approved $25,000 earnest money to Holliday Real Estate (unanimous)
- Approved lunch recess from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (unanimous)
- Approved posting notice of recess meeting and scheduling next meeting (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470, Poplarville
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign a Letter of Engagement for the Office of The State Auditor for providing their services to Pearl River County. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the issuance of duplicate warrant to J.L. McCool Contractors, Inc. in the amount $1,317,220.80. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the purchase of property adjacent to the Bill Watson Memorial Ball Park off of Old Wiggins Hwy for an additional entrance into the park and authorize the Board President to sign all…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board to issue a check to Holliday Real Estate in the sum of $25,000.00 as earnest money for the approval of purchasing the property from Jon Khachaturian - MS Pines, LLC and…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to recess for lunch at 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to direct County Administrator to post a notice of this recess meeting within one hour after such meeting is called in a prominent place available for examination and inspection by the general…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Aug 4, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board holds public hearing on 2025 tax assessment roll objections
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing for residents to object to 2025 tax assessments and request interest relief. The body will also consider personnel changes, travel reimbursements, and budget discussions for the library and SBA disaster loans.
- Public hearing for objections to 2025 Tax Assessment Rolls
- Payment of $4,211.00 to Capital One Spark Business Card
- Payment to John C. Lee Enterprises Limited, LLC for Bill Watson Park Improvements Project
- Approval of $508.00 for Coroner Derek Turnage to attend an Alzheimer's conference
- Approval of a school bus turnaround at 34 Houston Road, Poplarville, MS
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✓ Decided: Board approved hiring of full-time dispatcher Hayley Saucier
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors adopted a series of routine motions covering personnel changes, payments, and project authorizations. All motions were approved unanimously with five ayes and no nays. No motions were denied or tabled.
- Approved resignation of Central Dispatch employee Cameron Morris (5-0)
- Approved hiring of Hayley Saucier as full‑time dispatcher (5-0)
- Approved payment of $4,211.00 to Capital One Spark Business Card (5-0)
- Approved Contractor Pay Application No. 2 for Bill Watson Park Improvements (5-0)
- Approved Contractor Pay Application No. 3 for Grade Drain and Base Project (5-0)
- Approved hiring of Justin Prejean as full‑time road mechanic (5-0)
- Approved 34 Houston Road school‑bus turnaround for 2025‑2026 (5-0)
- Approved opening of public hearing on objections to the 2025 Tax Assessment Rolls (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (31 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the resignation of Cameron Morris effectively July 29, 2025. B. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the hiring of Hayley Saucier as a fulltime Dispatcher effective August 4, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Order of the Lamar County Board of Education dated July 15, 2025, for a Special Election to be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, for the position of Lamar County School…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Official Bond and Oath for Christina Saucier, Deputy Circuit Clerk, for the term commencing on August 16, 2025 and ending on August 16, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the payment of $4,211.00 to the Capital One Spark Business Card for the Statement due August 20, 2025. All receipts for transactions are included. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the appointment of Adrain Lumpkin, Melinda Bowman, and Malcolm Perry as the audit representatives for Pearl River County and authorize all parties to sign. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Contractor Pay Application No. 2. payment for Bill Watson Park Improvements Project and issue check to John C. Lee Enterprises Limited, LLC. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Contractor Pay Application No. 3 payment for the Grade Drain and Base Project at the Industrial Park and issue check to R and J Construction. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Inventory Clerk, Gerald Bounds, beginning September 25th, 2025, through September 25th, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel matters. Move Tania Lucas from Patrol to Investigations effective July 31, 2025. Accept the resignation of Dillon Ladner as full-time Correctional Officer…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Deputy Tax Collector, Sarah Lee, for the term of August 24, 2025, through August 24, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Tax Assessor/ Collector, Gary K. Beech, for the term of January 1, 2024, through January 1, 2028. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Deputy Tax Collector, Kelli Herrin, for the term of February 1, 2024, through February 1, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Picayune School District 16th Section residential lease for Draeshund K. Magee. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 4 Supervisor Spence Book…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Coroner Derek Turnage to attend the 25th annual conference on Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementia's on August 20-21, 2025 at the Hilton Jackson Hotel & Conference Center in…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Board of Supervisors and County Officials to attend the MAS 2025 Fall Educational & Policy Development Conference October 8-10, 2025, at the Oxford Conference Center in Oxford…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the travel and reimbursement of hotel and other costs for Rob Williams to attend the MASIT Law Enforcement Risk Management Conference August 12 - 13, 2025 in Flowood, MS. Williams…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the application of Justin Prejean and hire as full-time mechanic to start effectively on August 14, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Wed Jul 23, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers TIF plans for Picayune redevelopment and sewer project funding
The Board of Supervisors will discuss Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plans for three Picayune redevelopment projects. The meeting includes decisions on personnel hires for the Sheriff's Office and Central Dispatch, as well as fund transfers for infrastructure projects.
- Public hearing and resolutions for Picayune Redevelopment Projects: Exit 10, Highland Parkway & Frontage Road, and Price's Creek
- Reimbursement of $88,030.04 for Millard Jail Wastewater Treatment Facility and $26,618.41 for I-59 Exit 10 Sewer Extension
- Transfer of $463,310.97 from General Fund to COVID-19 Recovery Funds
- Ad Valorem Tax Agreement with Pearl River Energy, LLC for a Renewable Energy Project
- Approval of 21 stab vests for Correctional Officers totaling $13,108.04
economic-developmentinfrastructurebudgetpublic-safetyzoning
✓ Decided: Board approved $463,310.97 COVID-19 fund transfer and $79,922.64 election fund move
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a series of items, including financial transfers, reimbursements, personnel hires, and grant acceptances. Notable actions were moving $463,310.97 from the General Fund to COVID‑19 Recovery Funds and $79,922.64 from the Election Support Fund to the General Fund. All motions received a 4‑0 vote with no dissent.
- Approved $463,310.97 transfer to COVID‑19 Recovery Funds (4‑0)
- Approved $79,922.64 transfer from Election Support Fund to General Fund (4‑0)
- Approved reimbursement of $88,030.04 for Millard Jail wastewater project (4‑0)
- Approved hiring of Sheriff’s Department personnel: Darren Cuevas, Carson Krieger, Jonathan Mitchell, Ariel Weller (4‑0)
- Approved acknowledgment of Stonebridge Estates road request (4‑0)
- Approved acceptance of $2,800 utility trailer donation from Keep Mississippi Beautiful (4‑0)
- Approved issuance of duplicate warrants totaling $3,095.33 (4‑0)
- Approved spread of Building Permits Report showing 220 permits and $31,095 revenue (4‑0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (59 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Stonebridge Estates' request to make part of the roads in the subdivision public roads and to take the request under advisement. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel matters. Accept the resignation of Jordan Galvin as full-time Investigator effective July 31, 2025. Hire Darren Cuevas as a part-time Bailiff to be paid out…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the attached Memorandum of Understanding between 290 Military Police Brigade (290 MP BDE) and Pearl River County Sheriff's Office. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the additional hiring of the following personnel: Jonathan Mitchell as full-time Patrol Deputy effective July 23, 2025. Ariel Weller as full-time Patrol Deputy effective July 23…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the hiring of Aubrey Nicole Smith effective July 24, 2025. Book 239 Page 482 RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Writ of Election dated July 7, 2025 for a Special Republican Primary Runoff Election to be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 for the position of Tax Collector/Assessor of Pearl…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Order Setting Compensation for Staff Attorney (Matthew W. O'Quain) dated June 17, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Order Setting Compensation for Court Administrator (Nick Tremonte) dated June 17, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Order (Setting Compensation for Victim Assistance Coordinator, Jeffrey Caillouet) dated July 14, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 3…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to Acknowledge Report of the Grand Jury dated July 11, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell Book 239 Page 483 VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to execute the attached Order of the Board of Supervisors regarding 2025 Real and Personal Property Assessment Rolls Form 60-600 and advertise that said roles are ready for inspection. RESULT…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the reimbursement to Pearl River County Utility Authority in the amount of $88,030.04 for request # 6 on the following project: MCWI ARPA Project No. 254-2-CW-5.5 for the Millard…
2 yea
Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the President to execute the reimbursement request for Pearl River County Utility Authority in the amount of $26,618.41 for request # 6 on the following project: MCWI ARPA Project…
3 yea
Maicolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following transfer of funds: 1. Transfer from the General Fund to COVID-19 Recovery Funds in the amount of $463,310.97. This is to cover the matching portion of the grant with…
2 yea
Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve issuance of duplicate warrant to Gulf Coast Business Supply in the amount Book 239 Page 484 $595.33. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
2 yea
Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve issuance of duplicate warrant to PRC Athletic Association in the amount $2,500.00. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
2 yea
Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the part-time hire of Elliot Harwell on behalf of District 11 (Carriere) Operations officer effective July 23, 2025. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
2 yea
Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize payment for HSIP-0055-00(043)LPA109557-711000 - Contractor's Progress Estimate No. 3. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
2 yea
Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Jul 7, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers contract for Pearl River County Tech Park buildings
The Board of Supervisors will discuss infrastructure projects, personnel changes across county departments, and tax increment financing plans. The meeting includes decisions on several construction contracts and grant applications.
- Contract for construction of Pearl River County Tech Park Buildings A' & B' with Clymer Contracting, LLC
- Ratification of $925,485.94 check to Hancock Whitney Bank for Mississippi Development Bank Special Obligation Bond
- Partial payment of $30,000.00 to Cowboy Industries Inc. for Steephollow Fire Station 44 roof replacement
- Proposed Tax Increment Financing Plans for Price’s Creek Investments, Exit 10, and Highland Parkway projects
- Application for $10,000.00 Keep America Beautiful Cigarette Litter Prevention & Recycling Grant
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✓ Decided: Board ratified $925,485.94 bond payment to Hancock Whitney Bank
The Pearl River County Board approved a series of financial, personnel, and project actions. Highlights include ratifying a $925,485.94 bond payment, authorizing a contract for the county Tech Park buildings, and accepting two grant applications. All motions passed unanimously with five votes in favor and none against.
- Approved ratification of $925,485.94 bond payment to Hancock Whitney Bank (5-0)
- Approved contract with Clymer Contracting for Tech Park Buildings A & B (5-0)
- Approved payment of $2,758.65 to Capital One Spark Business Card (5-0)
- Approved hiring of Ashley McLaurin for Planning and Building Department (5-0)
- Adopted Self-Contracting Affidavit as permit condition for unincorporated areas (5-0)
- Approved $30,000 roof repair for Steephollow Fire Station 44 (5-0)
- Approved application for $10,000 Keep America Beautiful grant (5-0)
- Approved termination of Sara Janes, Central Dispatch employee (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (51 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel matters: Accept the resignation of Camryn Davis as full-time Correctional Sergeant effective June 26, 2025. Remove Kameron Dearmas as part-time Correctional…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the following Agreed Order Forfeiting Weapon from Circuit Court Judge Prentiss Harrell. Slade, Randi LaGail, PRCSO Case # S022-018679, Cause # 55:24-CR-000251-PH, One (1) Mossberg…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the following Agreed Forfeiture from Circuit Court Judge Prentiss Harrell. Carr, Quentin Uriel PRCSO Case # SO24-000596 Cause # 55:24-CV-00011-PH One (1) Draco AK-47 style pistol…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the proof of publication and the receipt of bids for the complete body scanner at the Pearl River County Jail and award to the lowest and best bid of Tek84 and authorize…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve termination of Sara Janes effective June 17, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the Department of Revenue's Disallowed Homestead Chargebacks and the Department of Revenue's Approved Objections to Homestead Chargebacks for 2025 (February Letters). RESULT…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Hannah Dykes personnel status changing from full-time to part-time effective June 1, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Official Bond and Oath of David Rimkus, Deputy Circuit Clerk, for the term commencing on July 14, 2025 and ending on July 14, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the resignation of David Rimkus as Deputy Circuit Clerk effective July 3, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Order Setting Salary/Compensation for Court Reporter (Rhonda B. Wetzel) dated June 23, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the payment of $2,758.65 to the Capital One Spark Business Card for the payment due July 20, 2025. All receipts for transactions are attached. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to ratify check to Hancock Whitney Bank for the Mississippi Development Bank Special Obligation Bond in the amount of $925,485.94. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the proof of publication for the 2023 Audit. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign the Contract with Clymer Contracting, LLC for Book 239 Page 472 the construction of the Pearl River County Tech Park Buildings A' & B'. RESULT…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve memo sent to departments for 2025-2026 Budget Request. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to approve payment of contractor application for payment No. | associated with the Bill Watson Ballpark Project. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to approve payment to the contractor for pay app no. 2 for the Industrial Park Grade Drain and Base Project. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve partial payment to Cowboy Industries Inc. for materials and labor to replace the roof at Steephollow Fire Station 44 in the amount of $30,000.00. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Wed Jun 18, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $146,269 sewer project reimbursement and emergency repairs
The Board of Supervisors will discuss infrastructure payments, including a sewer extension project and emergency service repairs. The meeting also covers personnel changes for the Sheriff's office and Central Dispatch, as well as the adoption of an economic incentives strategy.
- Reimbursement of $146,269.51 for the I-59 Exit 10 Sewer Extension Project
- Repairs to station 44 for $58,050.00 awarded to Cowboy Industries Inc.
- Repairs to Tanker 41 for $4,599.40 awarded to Smitty's Diesel & Truck Repair
- Adoption of the Comprehensive Economic Incentives Strategy for Pearl River County
- Final acceptance documents for Oak Hill - Fords Creek Rd. and George Wise Rd. paving
infrastructurebudgetemergency-serviceseconomic-developmentpersonnel
✓ Decided: Board approved $1.17M contract for PRC Tech Park Buildings A & B
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors approved a range of items, including contracts, personnel actions, and reimbursements. They awarded a $1,167,516 contract to Clymer Contracting for PRC Tech Park Buildings A & B and authorized a $146,269.51 reimbursement to the county utility authority. The board also approved sheriff department staffing changes, emergency‑services repairs, and several salary and travel authorizations. All motions passed unanimously except two salary‑increase items, which recorded a 3‑1 vote.
- Approved $1,167,516 contract for PRC Tech Park Buildings A & B (4-0)
- Approved $146,269.51 reimbursement to Pearl River County Utility Authority (4-0)
- Approved sheriff personnel hires, transfer, and termination (4-0)
- Approved $986,502 award for S. Valley Rd. Bridge Replacement (4-0)
- Approved $58,050 repair of Emergency Services Station 44 (4-0)
- Approved acceptance of $4,310.45 unclaimed tax funds (4-0)
- Approved Chancery Court staff salary increase (3-1, Malcolm Perry nay)
- Approved travel for sheriff personnel to training courses (4-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (61 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the retirement of Marlinda Guerra as Payroll Clerk effective June 30, 2025. Mrs. Guerra served Pearl River County exceptionally for over 27 years as a dedicated employee…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Southern Mississippi Planning and Development District Annual Services Report. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel matters. Hire Stefanie Duncan as full-time Warden Assistant effective June 19, 2025. Hire Gary Maiorana as part-time Patrol Deputy effective June 19, 2025…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the following Order Forfeiting Weapon from Circuit Court Judge Prentiss Harrell. Atkinson-Seal, Charles Thomas PRCSO Case # SO21-023373 Cause # 23-CR-00146-PH One (1) Raven Arms…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the following Agreed Order of Forfeiture from Circuit Court Judge Richelle Lumpkin. Zeno, Erica LeQuan PRCSO Case # SO23-001546 Cause # 55:23-CV-00020-CM $1,768.00 ($1,414.40 to…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Amendment #7 to the Agreement for Provision of Meals from Summit for the Lenoir Rowell Criminal Justice Center regarding inmate meals. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor…
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the hiring of Macie Hilred as full-time Dispatcher effective June 19, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
3 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to Acknowledge the Official Bond and Oath of Donna M. Dubose, Deputy Circuit Clerk, for the term commencing on July 8, 2025 and ending on July 8, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
2 yea
Donald Hart yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to Acknowledge Order Setting Salary/Compensation for Court Reporter (Nancy Farris) dated June 3, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 4 Supervisor Spence…
2 yea
Donald Hart yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the President to execute the reimbursement request for Pearl River County Utility Authority in the amount of $146,269.51 for request # 5 on the following project: MCWI ARPA…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize payment to contractor for estimate no. 2 associated with the HSIP-0055- 00(043)LPA109557-711000 project. (Funds will be fully reimbursed by MDOT) RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize payment to engineer for CE&I invoice no. 1 associated with the HSIP- 0055-00(043)LPA/109557-711000 project. (this cost is fully reimbursed by MDOT) RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize execution of the final acceptance documents for SAP-55(27)M Oak Hill - Fords Creek Rd. Paving Project. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize execution of the final acceptance documents for SAP-55(29)M George Wise Rd. Paving Project. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge receipt of bids and proof of publication for PRC Tech Park Utilities Phase I and award bid to Gulf Coast Solutions for the best and lowest bid of $123,175.00. RESULT: MOVER…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge receipt of bids and proof of publication for PRC Tech Park Buildings A & B and award bid to Clymer Contracting, LLC. for the lowest and best bid of $1,167,516.00 RESULT: MOVER…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve PRC Industrial Park Hwy 26 Widening Construction Change Order No. 2 - Installation of 12" diameter casing. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge receipt of bids and proof of publication for LSBP-55(40) S. Valley Rd. Bridge Replacement and award to Magco, Inc. for the best and lowest bid of $986,502.00. RESULT: MOVER…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Jun 2, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers new plumbing standards and bridge repair payment
The Board of Supervisors will discuss updates to county plumbing standards for new construction and hold public hearings on code violations. The meeting includes votes on personnel changes for the Sheriff's office and several infrastructure payments.
- Payment of $63,300.00 to JE Tally Construction for bridge repair on Hilt Fornea Rd
- Public hearings for code violations at 9 Elmer Lee Rd and 2610 Fords Creek Rd
- Proposed plumbing standards requiring underground water service lines for new slab construction
- MDEQ Waste Tire Grant (WT 788) award for $40,000.00
- Approval of Poplarville School bus turnaround Master List for 2025-2026
infrastructurezoningpublic-safetybudgetpersonnel
✓ Decided: Board approved a $40,000 state environmental grant for Pearl River County.
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors approved a wide range of items, including personnel changes, payments for infrastructure projects, lease agreements, and a $40,000 Mississippi DEQ waste‑tire grant. The board also authorized the use of its parking lot for a community event and entered an executive session to discuss personnel and litigation matters. No action was taken on the building‑code public hearing.
- Approved $40,000 Mississippi DEQ Waste Tire Grant (5-0)
- Approved $63,300 payment to JE Tally Construction for bridge repair on Hilt Fornea Rd (5-0)
- Approved hiring of four correctional officers and acceptance of three resignations/termination (5-0)
- Approved hiring of Kayleigh Portier as full‑time Chancery Clerk employee (5-0)
- Approved use of Board parking lot for Christian Motorcyclist Association during Blueberry Jubilee (5-0)
- Approved duplicate warrants: $440.58 to Home Depot Credit Services and $667.11 to Wal‑Mart (5-0)
- Approved lease agreements for Picayune School District properties (5-0)
- Approved motion to close and enter executive session for personnel and litigation discussions (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (27 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
8 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea · Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the hire of Kayleigh Portier as a full-time employee of Chancery Clerk office effective June 2, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve payment to JE Tally Construction for bridge repair on Hilt Fornea Rd in the amount of $63,300.00. Book 239 Page 448 RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve payment for R and J Construction Pay Application No. | - Grade Drain and Base - Industrial Park RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve supplemental agreement No. | for the HSIP-0055-00(043)LPA/109557- 701000 Project which will add pay items for guard rail addition. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Change Order No. 1 for Carriere Walking Trail Restroom to increase the porch length. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Construction Pay Application No.2 for the Site Grading Project - Pearl River County Tech Park. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Shirlen Herndon as temporary part-time personnel effective June 2, 2025. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the request of the Christian Motorcyclist Association to use the Board of Supervisors parking lot on Main St. during the Blueberry Jubilee on June 13-14, 2025. RESULT: MOVER…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to purchase and issue check for two replacement light poles for the ball fields at McNeill. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the issuance of a duplicate warrant in the amount of $440.58 to Home Depot Credit Services. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the issuance of a duplicate warrant in the amount of $667.11 to Wal-Mart Community/GEMB. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the payment of $3766.78 to the Capital One Spark Business Card for the payment due June 20, 2025. All receipts for transactions are attached. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Picayune School District 16th Section residential lease for Mamie D Walles. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Picayune School District 16th Section residential lease for Deon and Cynthia McDougle. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Picayune School District 16th Section commercial/residential lease for Elancy Investments, Inc. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District |…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality Waste Tire Grant (WT 788) award for $40,000.00 and allow the Board President to sign all related documents. RESULT: APPROVED Book…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Supervisor Donald Hart to attend the Mississippi Association of Supervisors Minority Caucus Summer Meeting on June 8-11, 2025 in Biloxi, MS. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: APPROVED…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Wed May 21, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $152,870 payment for Highway 26 Pavement Widening
The Board of Supervisors will vote on infrastructure payments, personnel changes for the Sheriff's Department and Road Department, and various grant requests. The meeting includes decisions on property disposal and the approval of several professional travel requests.
- Payment of $152,870.86 to Holliday Construction, LLC for Highway 26 Pavement Widening
- Declaration of parcel # 6179330000002600 as surplus property for sealed bids
- Authorization of a lease agreement with MS Wireless Commission for tower space at the County Jail
- Approval of a polygraph instrument purchase from Lafayette Instrument
- Renewal of 2026 Low Income Housing Energy Assistance Program/Community Service Block Grant proposal
roadspublic-safetygrantspersonneleconomic-development
✓ Decided: Board approves $174,944 bridge grant and multiple staffing and infrastructure measures
The Board approved a $174,944.04 grant to the Poplarville‑Pearl River County Airport Board and authorized a lease for a wireless tower at the county jail. It also approved several personnel actions, including hiring a dispatcher and accepting resignations of correctional officers. Additional approvals covered payments for the Highway 26 widening project, a surplus‑property declaration, and a memorandum to support low‑income housing assistance.
- Approved $174,944.04 bridge grant to Airport Board (5-0)
- Approved lease with MS Wireless Commission for tower space at county jail (5-0)
- Approved hiring of Monica Easterling as full-time dispatcher (5-0)
- Approved payment of $152,870.86 to Holliday Construction for Highway 26 widening (5-0)
- Approved construction change order No.1 for Highway 26 widening (5-0)
- Approved declaration of parcel #6179330000002600 as surplus property (5-0)
- Approved MOU with Pearl River Valley Opportunity for 2026 low‑income housing assistance program (5-0)
- Approved purchase of polygraph instrument from Lafayette Instrument (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (50 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: __ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED Book 239 Page 435 MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to acknowledge the 2025 Mississippi Association of Supervisors County Scholarship Program Recipient awarded to Elena Shaw. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to approve the following personnel changes: Accept the resignation of Aydeah Lanier as full-time Correctional Officer effective May 3, 2025. Accept the resignation of Jeremy Beech as full-time…
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to declare parcel # 6179330000002600 as surplus property which was forfeited to Pearl River County Sheriff's Department and proceed to advertise for seal bids on the property. RESULT: MOVER…
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to approve the hiring of Monica Easterling as a full-time Dispatcher effective May 22, 2025. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath for Deputy Circuit Clerk, Elena Shaw for the term of June 14, 2025 through June 14, 2026. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to approve request from the Poplarville-Pearl River County Airport Board for bridge grant funding in the amount of $174,944.04. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to authorize the President to sign a lease agreement with MS Wireless Commission for tower space at the Pearl River County Jail. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to approve the payment of $152,870.86 to Holliday Construction, LLC for pay application #2 for the Highway 26 Pavement Widening project. Book 239 Page 437 RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to approve construction change order No.1 for the Highway 26 Widening Project. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to accept and award the lowest and best quote for dirt work at Mcneil Park to John C. Lee Enterprises Limited, LLC in the amount of $26,350.00. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to approve private road name - Farmhouse Ln. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with Pearl River Valley Opportunity, Inc. to renew the 2026 Low Income Housing Energy Assistance Program/Community…
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to accept the lowest and best quote from Clint Parker to replace the Evaporator Coil in a 20-ton Lennox unit in the courtroom. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the 2025-2028 Pearl River County Fair Committee Members as follows: Connie Darden, Betina Dodd, Jo-Ellen Kesler, Brandi Kirkland, Cindy Lee, Laurie Lombardino Jaufre, and Dawn…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize County resources to advertise in sponsorship of the Poplarville Rotary Club Blueberry Jubilee 5k Fun Run. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _ District 4…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the resignation of Benjie R. Wells from the Poplarville Separate Municipal School District Board of Trustees effective May 19, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
to approve the purchase of a polygraph instrument through Lafayette Instrument, as the best option after review of two quotes and our agency's certifications. Pearl River County would incur…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve travel and costs associated for Derek Turnage, Jeri McCorkle, Keim Davis, Albert H. Lee, and Janell Kahl to the Mississippi Coroner Medical Examiner Association Summer Conference…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon May 5, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $277,870 sewer reimbursement and industrial park funding
The Board of Supervisors will vote on several infrastructure payments and project authorizations. Key items include sewer extension reimbursements and funding requests for the County Technology Park and Industrial Park.
- Reimbursement request for Exit 10 Sewer Extension Project No. 430-2-CW-5.5 for $277,870.77
- Payment of $5,750.00 for S. Valley Rd. Parcel No. 2 ROW Easement
- Purchase of splash pad equipment from Water Odyssey for $30,356.24
- Naming of a private road as Satsuma RD
- Application for Mississippi Site Development Grant for Industrial Park water tower and utilities
infrastructuresewereconomic-developmentroadspublic-works
✓ Decided: Board approved $277,870.77 reimbursement for Exit 10 sewer extension project
The board approved a series of items including the April 23 minutes, a $277,870.77 reimbursement for the Exit 10 sewer extension, several personnel hires and payments, multiple travel authorizations, and major economic‑development funding requests for the Technology and Industrial Parks. All motions passed unanimously with no nay votes.
- Approved $277,870.77 reimbursement for Exit 10 Sewer Extension (unanimous)
- Approved hiring of Javier Bolton, John Herring and other personnel changes (unanimous)
- Approved $5,750.00 payment for S. Valley Rd. ROW easement (unanimous)
- Approved selection of splash pad equipment quote for McNeill Walking Track (unanimous)
- Approved cash request for GCRF 23‑62 for Pearl River County Technology Park (unanimous)
- Approved extension of moratorium through November 5 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved hiring of truck driver Michael Paul Woods (unanimous)
- Approved updates to the 2025 road paving list and order of completion (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (31 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence Book 239 Page 425 SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel changes. Hire Javier Bolton as full-time Correctional Officer effective May 5, 2025. Move Morgan Rollins from Uncertified Patrol to Transport Officer…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to consider Mr. Bordenave as a pauper case. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the President to execute the reimbursement request for the Pearl River County Exit 10 Sewer Extension Project No. 430-2-CW-5.5 in the amount of $277,870.77. RESULT: APPROVED…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize payment of $5,750.00 for the purchase of LSBP-55(40) S. Valley Rd. Parcel No. 2 ROW Easement. (Amount to be fully reimbursed by MDOT-OSARC-LSBP grant) RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the best quote for splash pad equipment at McNeill Walking Track and Park. Due to the available water pressure at the park, the best quote would be Water Odyssey. Water Odyseey…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize County Engineer to advertise for the Pearl River County Technology Park Phase 1 Utilities and the proposed Spec Buildings. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the naming of a private road - Satsuma Rd RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve a duplicate warrant to Lane Price in the amount of $855.05 for motor vehicle registration over payment. The original check was numbered 6669 and issued on 02/28/2025. Book 239 Page…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge receipt of funds in the amount of $13,720.00 for equipment sent to Wolf River Auction in April 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the payment of $385.14 to the Capital One Spark Business Card for the payment due May 20, 2025. All receipts for transactions are attached. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Christy M. Smith as a part-time employee at the Raine Street Congregate Meal Center. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve travel for Amanda Sevin, Brittany Smith, Briteney Ray, and Natalie Wilkerson to attend the MS 911 Coordinators and MS NENA conference on August 11-August 14, 2025, in Biloxi, MS…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following training and reimbursement of costs associated with travel. Sean Speights MS Law Enforcement Training Academy FBI Firearms Instructor School May 5 - 9, 2025 Academy…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to Approve Travel for Brittany Twiner to the MS Justice Court Clerks Continuing Education Conference May 14-16 in Ridgeland, MS RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve travel for Todd Douglas, Rhonda Johnson, and Danny Joe Slade to the MCA Convention & Training Seminar June 8-13 in Gulfport, MS. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve travel for Cameron Morris and Madison Gay to attend 40 hour Basic 911 Officer Course June 23-27 in Long Beach, MS Police Department. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to amend dates already approved from March 10-14, 2025 to May 19-23, 2025 for Kerry Cortez and Lauren Couvillion for Collector of Revenue 1 due to rescheduling. Book 239 Page 429 RESULT…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve hiring Michael Paul Woods as truck driver at the central maintenance barn at the assigned rate of pay. Effective start date to be May 6th, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Wed Apr 23, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board approves personnel changes and road projects
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors will consider approving personnel changes for the Sheriff's Office and Central Dispatch, as well as construction payments for the Hwy 26 Widening and Tech Park projects. The board will also set public hearing dates for properties in violation of county codes.
- Sheriff's Office personnel changes and forfeiture order
- Central Dispatch hiring and resignation approvals
- Public hearing dates set for 9 Elmer Lee Rd and 2610 Fords Creek Rd
- Construction pay application approved for Hwy 26 Widening Project
- Hiring of Loretta Conerly as full-time deputy tax collector
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✓ Decided: Board approved $60,000 state road funding increase and multiple personnel changes
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors approved a series of motions, including a $60,000 increase in state funding for Project No. SAP-55(28)M. It also approved several personnel changes for the Sheriff’s Office and Central Dispatch, and set public hearing dates for two property addresses. All actions were approved unanimously.
- Approved Board Minutes from April 7, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved Claims Docket for April 23, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved Sheriff personnel changes and promotions (5-0)
- Approved Order of Forfeiture adding $494.00 to Sheriff’s inventory (5-0)
- Approved public hearing dates for 9 Elmer Lee Rd and 2610 Fords Creek Rd (5-0)
- Approved removal of part-time Central Dispatch employees Shanna Spiers and Hannah St. Amand (5-0)
- Approved hiring of full-time Dispatcher Sara Janes (5-0)
- Approved $60,000 increase in State Funding for Project No. SAP-55(28)M (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (56 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
8 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea · Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart Book 239 Page 411 SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to Acknowledge Special Recognition of Carolyn Nelson for over 10 years of service with Pearl River County. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Coast Electric and Cooperative Energy Check Presentation for the Pearl River County Technology Park’s Site Development Grant Support RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the following Order of Forfeiture from Circuit Court as follows. PRCSO Case SO23-017422 Cause No. 23-CV-196-PH $494.00 with the Sheriff receiving 80% and the District Attorney…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to have public hearing dates set before the Board of Supervisors for the following addresses in reference to non-compliance in violation of county codes and derelict property: • 9 Elmer Lee Rd…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to remove Shanna Spiers and Hannah St. Amand from part-time employees for Central Dispatch effective April 8, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the resignation of Aubrey Nicole Smith from full-time employee effective April 20, 2025 RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the hiring of Sara Janes as a full-time Dispatcher effective April 24, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to request the Board of Supervisors' approval in declaring Mrs.Kathy A. Bowren as a pauper. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign a Letter of Agreement with Slaughter & Willingham, PLLC for planning and consulting services. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the receipt of bids for the Soccer and Football Field Project at Bill Watson Ball Park. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Construction Pay Application No.1 for the Hwy 26 Widening Project - Pearl River County Industrial Park. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott Book 239 Page 414…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize payment of $3,550.00 for the purchase of LSBP-55(40) S. Valley Rd. Parcel No. 1 ROW Easement. (Amount to be fully reimbursed by MDOT-OSARC-LSBP grant) RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Construction Change Order No.1 for the Grade Drain and Base Project - Pearl River County Industrial Park Project. (Additional Earthfill) RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Construction Change Order No. 2 for the Site Grading Project - Pearl River County Tech Park (Additional Earthfill) RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Construction Pay Application No.1 for the Site Grading Project - Pearl River County Tech Park. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge receipt of quotes for the repair of the bridge on Hilt Fornea Rd and award to the lowest bidder. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott Book 239 Page 415 SECONDER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Office of State Aid Road Construction to increase State Funding for Project No. SAP-55(28)M in the amount of $60,000.00. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve disposal of records in the Tax Assessor/Collectors office RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Apr 7, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers emergency equipment purchases and road index updates
The Board of Supervisors will discuss personnel changes for the Sheriff's office and road index corrections. The body is deciding on several equipment purchases for emergency services and awarding a bid for restrooms at the Carriere Walking Trail.
- Purchase of PPE for District 3 (Amackertown) for $40,167.00
- Purchase of extrication tools for District 2 (Derby-Whitesands) for $33,145.00
- Refund of property tax collections to CoreLogic in the amount of $45,513.25
- Awarding of bid for Carriere Walking Trail Restrooms
- Time extension addendum for Ridge Road professional services contract
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✓ Decided: Board approves multiple contracts, personnel changes, and travel for 2025
The Board of Supervisors approved the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes and the April 7, 2025 claims docket. It authorized numerous sheriff personnel actions, awarded a $90,500 contract to Culpepper Construction for Carriere Walking Trail Restrooms, and approved purchases of PPE ($40,167) and extrication tools ($33,145). The board also approved the naming of a private road (Silo Ridge), a duplicate warrant to CoreLogic for $45,513.25, and travel for officials to several conferences and events. All motions passed unanimously with five votes in favor and none against.
- Approved March 19, 2025 Board Minutes (5-0)
- Approved Sheriff personnel changes and hires (5-0)
- Approved award of $90,500 contract to Culpepper Construction for Carriere Walking Trail Restrooms (5-0)
- Approved purchase of PPE for $40,167 (5-0)
- Approved purchase of extrication tools for $33,145 (5-0)
- Approved naming of private road Silo Ridge (5-0)
- Approved duplicate warrant to CoreLogic for $45,513.25 (5-0)
- Approved travel for Board members to MAS Annual Convention and other conferences (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (51 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: __ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign the proclamation for the Hope Haven Children’s Advocacy Center. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the issuance of a check for clothing allowance in the amount of $500.00 ursuant to Miss. Code ANN. 19-25-13. David Allison Jordan Galvin Jeffrey Horner Sean Speights Fredrick…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the addition of the K-9 Zeus to the Sheriff's inventory. He was donated to the department by Birgit Hall in North Carolina. His DOB is December 18, 2022. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the resignation of Jessica A. McCormick as of March 28, 2025. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
4 yea
Hart Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Circuit Clerk's 2024 Annual Financial Report and request to pay the employer's contributions due PERS in the amount of $5,912.00. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Order Establishing Court Terms for 2026 dated March 18, 2025. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to request the Board of Supervisors’ approval in declaring Mr. Nicholas White as a Book 239 Page 401 pauper. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize execution of time extension addendum for Ridge Road, STP-0055- 00(040)LPA105201-701000, Pearl River County professional services contract to allow for completion of environmental…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge receipt of bids for Carriere Walking Trail Restrooms. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to award bid to Culpepper Construction and Masonry LLC, in the amount of $90,500.00 for the best and lowest bid on the Carriere Walking Trail Restrooms. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the County Engineer to receive quotes to replace the bridge on Hilt Fornea Road and be reviewed by the County Administrator to authorize construction with all related paperwork to…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the purchase of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on behalf of District 3 (Amackertown) in the amount of $40,167.00 on MS State Contract No, 8200078721 from Book 239 Page 402…
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to approve the purchase of extrication tools on behalf of District 2 (Derby- Whitesands) in the amount of $33,145.00 from Performance Rescue, who had the lowest and best quote. RESULT: MOVER…
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to approve the naming of a private road - Silo Ridge. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to authorize Jerry Crain as a designated signer of purchase requisitions for both E-911 and Building Code Departments effective immediately. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to approve duplicate warrant to CoreLogic in the amount of $45,513.25 for a refund of property tax collections. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
1 yea
VOTING N yea
Motion to remove Bridget Howse from Tax Collector's payroll, effective 04/02/2025. Book 239 Page 403 RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Wed Mar 19, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers $452,307 in utility reimbursements and sewer project funding
The Board of Supervisors will discuss several high-value reimbursements for wastewater and sewer projects. The meeting also covers personnel changes for the Sheriff's office and Road Department, as well as the adoption of a safety and security plan.
- Reimbursement of $443,053.69 for the I-59 Exit 10 Sewer Extension Project
- Reimbursement of $9,254.03 for Millard Jail Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements
- Purchase of Taser cartridges and batteries from Picayune Police Department for $3,500.00
- Transfer of $163,962.50 from the General Fund to the Courthouse Annex Bond Fund
- Adoption of the Pearl River County Board of Supervisors Safety and Security Plan
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✓ Decided: Board approved $443,053.69 reimbursement for I‑59 Exit 10 sewer extension
The Board of Supervisors approved a series of motions, including personnel changes, equipment purchases, and multiple reimbursements. The largest financial action was a $443,053.69 reimbursement for the I‑59 Exit 10 Sewer Extension Project. All motions were adopted unanimously. No motions were denied or tabled.
- Approved March 3, 2025 Board minutes (5-0)
- Approved Claims Docket for March 19, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved personnel changes and hire of a correctional officer (5-0)
- Approved purchase of 100 taser cartridges and 15 batteries for $3,500 (5-0)
- Approved $9,254.03 reimbursement to Pearl River County Utility Authority (5-0)
- Approved $443,053.69 reimbursement to Pearl River County Utility Authority for I‑59 Exit 10 Sewer Extension (5-0)
- Adopted the Pearl River County Safety and Security Plan (5-0)
- Approved travel for board members to MAS 2025 Spring Regional Visit (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (57 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel changes. Termination of James Dickerson as full-time Correctional Officer effective February 26, 2025. Accept the resignation of John Farmer as full-time…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the purchase of Taser Cartridges and Batteries from Picayune Police Department as follows: 100 Taser Cartridges for $2,300.00 15 Taser Batteries for $1,200.00 Total Cost $3,500.00…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to reimburse Pearl River County Utility Authority in the amount of $9,254.03 for request # 5 on the following project: MCWI ARPA Project No. 254-2-CW-5.5 for the Millard Jail Wastewater…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to reimburse Pearl River County Utility Authority in the amount of $443,053.69 for request # 3 on the following project: MCWI ARPA Project No. 430-2-CW-5.5 for the I-59 Exit 10 Sewer Extension…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the payment of $6,654.20 to the Capital One Spark Business Card for the payment due March 20, 2025, and ratify check # 162847 issued on March 10, 2025. All receipts for transactions…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve entering into an engagement agreement with Summerill Law Firm, PLLC for calculating and negotiating with the U.S. Marshals Services for new housing and transport rates. RESULT…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to award the security camera bids to the lowest and best bid from BCI. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: APPROVED District 1 Supervisor Hart District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Construction Change Order No. 1 for the Tech Park Phase I. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: APPROVED District 3 Supervisor Russell District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the lowest and best quote of Wetland Solution for mitigation credits for the Industrial Park and authorize issuing payment to Wetland Solutions in the amount of $74,871.00. RESULT…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to adopt the Pearl River County Board of Supervisors Safety and Security Plan. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve repairs to a roll-up door damaged by winds at District 6 Station 1, in the amount of $5,930.50 and award job to Jones Custom Builders, LLC for the lowest and best quote. RESULT…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the removal of the following inventory and authorize sending to Wolf River Auction: Asset# 3898 - 30KW Taylor Generator - damaged due to wreck Asset# 3520-2006 Ford Explorer -…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept check #1542 from Justice Court in the amount of $6,000.00 for bonds that have been forfeited according to the attached documents. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Official Bond and Oath of Tanya Herndon, Deputy Justice Court Clerk, for the term commencing on April 5, 2025, and ending April 5, 2026. Book 239 Page 388 RESULT: APPROVED…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Official Bond and Oath of Benjamin H. Lewis, Deputy Tax Assessor, for the term commencing on April 7, 2025, and ending April 7, 2026. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Official Bond and Oath of Kerry Cortez, Deputy Tax Collector, for the term commencing on April 2, 2025, and ending April 2, 2026. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Official Bond and Oath of Jo Lynn Houston, Tax Assessor / Collector, for the term commencing on January 2, 2024, and ending January 2, 2028. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Official Bond and Oath of Erynn Hoda, Deputy Tax Collector, for the term commencing on February 1, 2025, and ending February 1, 2026. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Official Bond and Oath of Kasandra Alls, Deputy Tax Collector, for the term commencing on July 5, 2024, and ending July 5, 2025. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: APPROVED District 4…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Mar 3, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers appointing Lisa Beech McGloflin as County Court Judge
The Board of Supervisors will discuss the appointment of a County Court Judge and the approval of a 10-lot subdivision. The meeting includes decisions on fire equipment financing, security camera bids, and law enforcement training costs.
- Appointment of Lisa Beech McGloflin as County Court Judge for the term expiring December 31, 2026
- Approval of Millwood Estates 10-lot subdivision and naming of Log Cabin Ln
- Financing for Steephollow VFD 2007 Freightliner Firetruck awarded to First National Bank
- Forfeiture of $1,680.00 (split $1,344.00 to Sheriff and $336.00 to District Attorney)
- Training costs for Morgan Rollins at Harrison County Law Enforcement Training Academy totaling $4,000.00
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✓ Decided: Board appoints Lisa Beech McGloflin as County Court Judge, skipping special election
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors approved appointing Lisa Beech McGloflin as County Court Judge for the remainder of the term expiring December 31, 2026, dispensing with a special election. The board also approved numerous routine items including personnel changes, forfeitures, road naming, subdivision approval, and travel requests. All votes were unanimous among the three present supervisors (Perry, Russell, Lott), with two supervisors absent.
- Appointed Lisa Beech McGloflin as County Court Judge, dispensing with special election (3-0)
- Approved $1,680.00 forfeiture from Shane Charles Seals, split 80% sheriff / 20% DA (3-0)
- Approved forfeiture of one .410 shotgun from David Wesley Slayton (3-0)
- Approved financing for Steep Hollow VFD firetruck from First National Bank (3-0)
- Approved Millwood Estates 10-lot subdivision with private road named Log Cabin Ln (3-0)
- Approved $4,000.00 training for Morgan Rollins at Harrison County Law Enforcement Academy (3-0)
- Denied travel for Carolyn Nelson to Floodplain Conference due to retirement (3-0)
- Approved hiring Jerry Crain as Director of Planning and Building (3-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (29 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED Book 239 Page 377 MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to approve the following personnel changes. Accept the resignation of David Hotard as full-time Correctional Officer effective February 18, 2025. Accept the resignation of Terold Martin, Jr as…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to accept the following Agreed Order of Forfeiture from Circuit Court Judge Brian Touchstone. Seals, Shane Charles PRCSO Case SO21-005657 Cause No. 55CO1-21-CV-00035BT $1,680.00 (Sheriff…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to accept the following Agreed Order Forfeiting Weapon from Circuit Court Judge Richelle Lumpkin. Slayton, David Wesley PRCSO Case SO21-022020 Cause No. 55:22-CR-00326-RL One (1) Single Barrel…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to acknowledge Official Bond and Oath for Zeneta John, Deputy Circuit Clerk, for the term commencing on February 27, 2025, and ending on February 27, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to dispense with the Special Election for County Court Judge for Pearl River County pursuant to Mississippi Code Ann. Section 23-15-839 and declare that Lisa Beech McGloflin be appointed as…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to request the Board of Supervisors to consider Mr. Charles Hyott as a pauper. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to accept financing quotes for the Steep Hollow VFD 2007 Freightliner Firetruck purchase and award to First National Bank as the lowest and best financing quote and to authorize the Board…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to authorize the Board of Supervisors to sign a resolution honoring the historic personal achievements and the lifetime public service legacy of Felecia Deneice Breland. RESULT: APPROVED Book…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to accept the Security Camera bids for the Pearl River County properties, including the Board Room, Administration Office, Courthouse and Courthouse Annex, and take them under advisement…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to acknowledge the purchase of 2009 Chevy 3500 from the Mississippi Forestry Commission for the Pearl River County Fire and Rescue. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to approve the naming of a private road - Nest Egg Ridge. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to approve the renaming of a private road - Blackwell Road to Shaifer Place. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to acknowledge the retirement of Carolyn Nelson, E-911 Coordinator, effectively April 30, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott Book 239 Page 380 SECONDER: _ District 3…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to approve Millwood Estates subdivision grandfathered under our prior regulations for a Multi-Use Large Tract Private Road Subdivision. This subdivision contains ten (10) lots. Be it further…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to approve the issuance of duplicate warrants to Trustmark 74446 in the following amounts: 1. Check #155377 $995.20 2. Check #162195 $1,990.40 RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to approve applying for the USDA Forest Service State, Private, and Tribal Forestry Community Wildfire Defense Grant and have the Board President sign all related documents. RESULT: APPROVED…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to approve travel and cost associated with the following training. Wade Ladner April 4, 2025 Book 239 Page 381 Online Verbal De-Escalation for Jail/Corrections Cost $150.00 payable as…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Motion to approve travel and cost associated with the following training. Morgan Rollins Basic Law Enforcement Class - 2025-2 Harrison County Law Enforcement Training Academy Gulfport, MS 39503 April…
2 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea
Wed Feb 19, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers wastewater reimbursement and sheriff's department equipment
The Board of Supervisors will review personnel changes for the Sheriff's office and various county clerks. The body is deciding on several grant-funded equipment purchases and a wastewater treatment facility reimbursement.
- Reimbursement of $13,967.78 to Pearl River County Utility Authority for Millard Jail Wastewater Treatment Facility Improvements
- Payment of $2,949.60 to Capital One Spark Business Card
- Purchase of two mobile unit-mounted License Plate Readers from Motorola using FY22 Operation Stone Garden Grant
- Final Acceptance Documents for SAP-55(15)S Gum Pond Beal and Spring Hill Roads
- Approval of Poplarville School Bus Turnaround additions at 323 Monroe Breland Rd, 18 Colton Lane, 12 Christa Lane, 20 Hubert Ladner Rd, and 4 Willard Peterson Rd
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✓ Decided: Board approves personnel changes, reimbursements, and fire dept financing
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors approved a wide range of routine administrative items, including personnel changes in the Sheriff's Department, a $13,967.78 reimbursement to the Utility Authority for a wastewater project, and $69,500 in financing for the Pine Grove Volunteer Fire Department station expansion. All votes were unanimous (5-0). No action was taken on a child abuse prevention proclamation and a public presentation.
- Approved Sheriff's Dept personnel changes (5-0)
- Approved $13,967.78 reimbursement to Utility Authority for Millard Jail wastewater project (5-0)
- Approved $69,500 financing for Pine Grove VFD station expansion (5-0)
- Approved $2,949.60 payment to Capital One Spark Business Card (5-0)
- Approved termination of Ashlyn Lyle from Central Dispatch (5-0)
- Approved removal of two part-time Deputy Chancery Clerks (5-0)
- Approved 2025 road paving list updates and bus turnaround additions (5-0)
- Approved disposal of Surplus Engine 63 at auction floor price of $5,000 (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (58 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
8 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea · Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the termination of Ashlyn Lyle effective February 12, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to remove the following personnel effectively February 19, 2025: 1. Darlene Hyatt as part time Deputy Chancery Clerk 2. Grace Greer as part time Deputy Chancery Clerk RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Order for Courtroom Security Training dated February 4, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to reimburse Pearl River County Utility Authority in the amount of $13,967.78 for request # 4 on the following project: MCWI ARPA Project No. 254-2-CW-5.5 for the Millard Jail Wastewater…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the payment of $2,949.60 to the Capital One Spark Business Card for the payment due February 20, 2025. All receipts for transactions are attached. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize Board President to sign all necessary documents for financing for Pine Grove Volunteer Fire Department for station expansion in the amount of $69,500.00. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize signing of Final Acceptance Documents for SAP-55(15)S Gum Pond Beal and Spring Hill Roads. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 4 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize County Engineer to advertise for bathrooms at the Carriere walking track with funding from Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize payment of the sole source ESRI licensing maintenance agreement for 2025-2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the annual CC-213 Recertification from Federal Emergency Management Agency CRS Community Certifications. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Deputy Tax Assessor John Corley for the term of February 16, 2025, through February 16, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Deputy Tax Assessor, Jonas McClinton, for the term of February 21, 2025, through February 21, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Tax Assessor/ Collector, Gary K. Beech, for the term of January 1, 2025, through January 1, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Reductions for Real and Personal Property Assessments. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Homestead amendment. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the public notice and comprehensive update of Marion County's Solid Waste Management Plan. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the Picayune School District 16th Section new commercial lease and 2nd Amendment of residential lease. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Feb 3, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers funding for I-59 Exit 10 Sewer Extension Project
The Board of Supervisors will vote on several payments, including a reimbursement for a sewer extension project and a credit card payment. The meeting includes discussions on fire apparatus and PPE for emergency districts, as well as personnel changes for the Sheriff's office.
- Reimbursement of $12,729.28 to Pearl River County Utility Authority for I-59 Exit 10 Sewer Extension Project
- Payment of $2,609.94 to Capital One Spark Business Card
- Execution of Gulf Coast Restoration Fund Agreement for Pearl River County Technology Park Phase I & Site Development Project
- Approval of Household Hazardous Waste Day on March 8, 2025
- Bids to serve as County Depository from February 1, 2025 to February 2027
infrastructurepublic-safetyeconomic-developmentbudgetpersonnel
✓ Decided: Board approves three banks as county depository for two years
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors approved all agenda items unanimously, including accepting bids from BankPlus, First National Bank of Poplarville, and Hancock Whitney to serve as County Depository from February 1, 2025, to February 2027. They also approved several fire department equipment purchases, personnel changes, and a Gulf Coast Restoration Fund agreement for the Technology Park project.
- Approved minutes for Jan 20 and Jan 27, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved claims docket for Feb 3, 2025 (5-0)
- Awarded county depository contracts to BankPlus, First National Bank of Poplarville, and Hancock Whitney (5-0)
- Approved disposal and acquisition of fire apparatus for District 6 Steep Hollow (5-0)
- Authorized PPE purchases for Districts 2 and 4 (5-0)
- Terminated Kyla Martin as full-time Correctional Sergeant effective Jan 28, 2025 (5-0)
- Moved Gloria Saucier from full-time to part-time Correctional Officer effective Feb 9, 2025 (5-0)
- Approved Gulf Coast Restoration Fund Agreement for Technology Park Phase I (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (13 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the bids from the following banks: BankPlus, First National Bank of Poplarville, and Hancock Whitney for County Depository and award all three banks to serve as County Depository for…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the disposal of and acquisition of a serviceable Fire Apparatus on behalf of District 6 Steep Hollow. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the purchase of PPE on behalf of District 2 (Derby-Whitesand). RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the purchase of PPE on behalf of District 4 Northeast. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to terminate Kyla Martin as full-time Correctional Sergeant effective January 28, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Fire Coordinator and Deputy Fire Coordinator to travel to District Fire Coordinators Meeting March 5th, 2025 in Greene County. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the application for hire on Eric J. Henry Jr. as full-time tractor driver at the assigned rate of pay. Effective start date to be Feb 4, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to execute the Gulf Coast Restoration Fund Agreement for the Pearl River County Technology Park Phase I & Site Development Project. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Poplarville - Pearl River County Airport Advancement Plan - SCRC Limited Notice to Proceed. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District |…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to remove Asset #411 Chancery/Justice Court Building at 204 Julia Street from the fixed assets inventory due to being demolished. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence Book 239…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to return to the regular session at 11:25 a.m. with no action taken during the executive session. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to direct County Administrator to post a notice of this recess meeting within one hour after such meeting is called in a prominent place available for examination and inspection by the general…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Jan 27, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board approves personnel changes, software, and road projects
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors will consider approving personnel changes for the Sheriff's Office, purchasing software for patrol cars, and awarding a contract for Phase 1 of the Technology Park. The board will also discuss zoning, travel, and grant applications.
- Sheriff's Office personnel changes
- Award of contract for Pearl River County Technology Park Phase 1
- Purchase of MAX software for patrol cars
- Approval of zoning for Summerwood and Brody Place subdivisions
- Authorization to sign FY26 Impaired Driving and Occupant Protection grant applications
sheriffpersonneltechnology-parkzoninggrantstravelcontractsroads
✓ Decided: Board approves Phase 1 bid for Pearl River County Technology Park
The Board of Supervisors approved a bid for Phase 1 of the Pearl River County Technology Park, along with several personnel changes, property forfeitures, and subdivision plats. All motions passed unanimously with a 5-0 vote. The board also authorized bids for a county building security camera system and approved multiple travel requests.
- Approved Phase 1 Technology Park bid to John C. Lee Enterprises Limited, LLC (5-0)
- Approved sheriff's personnel changes: transfers, hires, and resignation (5-0)
- Accepted three court forfeiture judgments totaling $13,194 (5-0)
- Approved preliminary plat for Summerwood subdivision, 18 lots off West Union Rd (5-0)
- Approved final plat for Brody Place Subdivision and added Brody Lane to county road index (5-0)
- Authorized bid invitation for camera security system for county buildings (5-0)
- Approved purchase of MAX software in-vehicle mobile CAD client for patrol cars (5-0)
- Approved FY26 grant applications for DUI and occupant protection (5-0)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (46 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] Book 239 Page 341 RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel changes. Move Neil Dugas from full-time Patrol Sergeant to full-time Investigations effective January 16, 2025. Move Rainie Rivet from part-time to full-time…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the following Agreed Order of Forfeiture from Circuit Court Judge Richelle Lumpkin. Ladner, Russell M. PRCSO Case SO20-014169 Cause No. 55:20-C V-00060-RL $3,448.00 ($2,758.40 to…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the following Final Default Judgment from Circuit Court Judge Brad Touchstone. Phillips, Brandi PRCSO Case SO23-014202 Cause No. 55:23-CV-150-BT $6,500.00 ($5,200.00 to Pearl River…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the following Agreed Order of Forfeiture from Circuit Court Judge Brad Book 239 Page 342 Touchstone. Smith, Richard Roscoe PRCSO Case $O23-011146 Cause No. 55:23-CV-00115-BT…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept the resignation of Scott Allee as full time Investigator effective January 24, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: __ District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Writ of Election for County Court Judge for Pearl River County signed by Governor Tate Reeves on January 3, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the Report of the Grand Jury dated January 3, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the purchase of MAX software-In Vehicle Mobile CAD Client for the patrol cars at the Sheriff's department. This product is an added module to the Zetron System currently running at…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize invitation to bid for a camera security system for Pearl River County Buildings. Bids will be received on February 25th at 10:00 A.M. in the County Administrators office at 109…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept and award to the lowest and best bid for Phase 1 of the Pearl River County Technology Park to John C. Lee Enterprises Limited, LLC. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the renaming of the private road MG Circle to MJ Circle. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _ District 4 Supervisor Spence VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Preliminary Plat for Summerwood subdivision 18 lot development off West Union Rd. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Final Plat for Brody Place Subdivision off of Anchor Lake Rd and to add Brody Lane to the county road index at a length of 1,090 feet with the following condition: Developer will be…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Reductions and Increases for Real and Personal Property. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Homestead Amendments. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve Personal Property Increases. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve and accept the Mileage Reimbursement Rate for travel effective January 1, 2025, per Section 25-3-41, Mississippi Code 1972. RESULT: MOVER: SECONDER: VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to appoint Dr. Marcus Houston as the representative for Pearl River Community College Board of Trustees from District One for the term of January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2029. RESULT…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Jan 20, 2025 · 13:00
Board of Supervisors
Board to declare emergency and close offices due to winter weather
The Board of Supervisors will consider motions to declare a state of emergency, close county offices from January 21 to 23, and reschedule the next meeting to January 27 due to predicted winter weather.
- Motion to declare a state of emergency for Pearl River County
- Motion to close all county offices Tuesday, January 21, through Thursday, January 23, 2025
- Motion to reschedule the Board Meeting to Monday, January 27, 2025
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✓ Decided: County declares emergency ahead of winter storm
The Board of Supervisors declared a state of emergency for Pearl River County due to extreme winter weather expected on or about January 21, 2025. All county offices will be closed from January 21 through January 23 if the forecast holds, and the regular board meeting scheduled for January 22 was moved to January 27. All motions passed unanimously with four votes in favor and none against.
- Declared state of emergency for extreme winter weather (4-0)
- Approved closing all county offices Jan 21-23 if weather develops as predicted (4-0)
- Moved Jan 22 board meeting to Jan 27 due to weather (4-0)
Emergency Operations Center, 810 Highway 11 South, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to declare a state of Emergency for Pearl River County due to extreme winter weather conditions commencing on or about January 21, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to close all county offices Tuesday, January 21, through Thursday, January 23, 2025 if weather develops as predicted by forecast due to snow and icy road conditions. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to move the Board Meeting scheduled Wednesday, January 22, 2025 to Monday, January 27, 2025 due to the extreme weather conditions. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell…
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to close meeting. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
3 yea
Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Mon Jan 6, 2025 · 09:00
Board of Supervisors
Board considers fire department leases and ballpark lighting quotes
The Board of Supervisors will review personnel changes for the Sheriff's office and emergency services. They are deciding on a fire truck lease for Southeast Volunteer Fire Department and lighting installations for Bill Watson and McNeill Park. The meeting also includes approvals for statutory fees and official bonds.
- Authorization of lease paperwork for a new fire truck for Southeast Volunteer Fire Department
- Quotes for ballpark lighting installation at Bill Watson and McNeill Park
- Issuance of a duplicate warrant for $3,892.80 to Rhonda B. Wetzel
- Approval of annual statutory fees for the Circuit Clerk
- Naming of a private road as Hook Haven Lane
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✓ Decided: Board approves personnel changes, fire truck lease, and multiple contracts
The Pearl River County Board of Supervisors approved all agenda items, including personnel changes, a temporary driveway permit, fire department hires and equipment leases, and various administrative actions. No items were denied or tabled.
- Approved hiring Bradon McConnell as part-time Patrol Deputy (unanimous)
- Approved authorizing Board President to sign MDOT permit for temporary driveway to Fairgrounds property (unanimous)
- Approved naming private road Hook Haven Lane (unanimous)
- Approved part-time hire of Ronald Reynolds Jr. for District 11 Carriere VFD (unanimous)
- Approved lease paperwork for new fire truck for Southeast VFD (unanimous)
- Approved accepting quotes for financing on Pine Grove VFD station addition (unanimous)
- Approved ballpark lighting installation at Bill Watson and McNeill Park (unanimous)
- Approved travel for multiple staff to conferences and trainings (unanimous)
Board of Supervisors Board Room, 109 West Pearl Street, Poplarville, MS 39470
🗳️ How they voted (31 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: District 3 Supervisor Russell VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
[context] RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott Book 239 Page 331 VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the following personnel changes. Hire Bradon McConnell as part-time Patrol Deputy effective January 6, 2025. Resignation/Retirement of Jimmy Wheat as full-time Litter Crew Officer…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the Board President to sign MDOT Permit for a temporary drive way to the newly acquired property of the Pearl River County Fairgrounds. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to Acknowledge Oaths of Office for Election Commissioners: 1. Katrina Lanette Brown - District 1 2. Tommy Breland - District 3 3. Alana R. Campo - District 5 RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve annual statutory fees for Circuit Clerk pursuant to the Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated. RESULT: APPROVED Book 239 Page 332 7) Coroner: MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to request the Board of Supervisors' approval in declaring Mr. Richard Thomas Hollis as a pauper case. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3 Supervisor Russell SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to ratify check to Citizens National Bank Trust Department for Hospital Bond Interest payment. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to spread upon the minutes the proof of publication for the 2024 Amended Budget. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: _ District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to Approve Statutory Board Appointments for 2025. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 5 Supervisor Lott SECONDER: District 1 Supervisor Hart VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the naming of a private road - Hook Haven Lane RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart Book 239 Page 333 SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the part-time hire of Ronald Reynolds Jr. on behalf of District 11 Carriere B. Volunteer Fire Department. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the President to sign lease paperwork for new Fire Truck for Southeast Volunteer Fire Department. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to accept quotes for financing on the station addition at Pine Grove VFD. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 4 Supervisor Spence SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Deputy Tax Assessor, Becky McDonald, for the term of January 1, 2025, through January 1, 2026. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 3…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge the renewal of the official bond and oath of Assistant Purchase Clerk, Katie Johnson, for the term of September 25, 2024, through September 25, 2025. RESULT: APPROVED Book 239…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the issuance of a duplicate warrant in the amount of $3,892.80 to Rhonda B. Wetzel. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: _ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to acknowledge Harrison County Utility Authorities proposal to amend its local Solid Waste Management Plan. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: District 5 Supervisor…
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to authorize the notice to Banks for bids to serve as County Depository. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1 Supervisor Hart SECONDER: __ District 5 Supervisor Lott VOTING
4 yea
Donald Hart yea · Malcolm Perry yea · Cruz Russell yea · Jason Spence yea
Motion to approve the payment of $95.00 to the Capital One Spark Business Card for the payment due January 20, 2025. All receipts for transactions are attached. RESULT: APPROVED MOVER: District 1…
1 yea
None VOTING N yea